As the 2025-26 financial year commences, Capricorn Enterprise is pleased to present a snapshot of achievements and outcomes delivered over the past year. Through strong collaboration, strategic partnerships, and an ongoing commitment to regional development, significant progress has been achieved across the organisation’s key focus areas of Business Support, Destination Marketing, Visitor Servicing, and Investment Attraction.
Nominations now open for the 2026 Capricorn Best in Business Awards
Businesses, organisations and individuals across the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton Region are invited to showcase their achievements, with nominations now officially open for the 2026 Capricorn Best in Business Awards. This year's program includes a new Innovation in Manufacturing Award, highlighting manufacturers embracing new technologies, processes and ideas to strengthen the region's growing manufacturing sector. Don't miss the opportunity to celebrate your success and be recognised among the region's best. Visit the Best in Business website, check out the categories and submit your nomination today!
Great Keppel Island showcases the best of the Capricorn Coast
Capricorn Enterprise recently welcomed a high-profile delegation of New Zealand travel trade representatives to the Capricorn Coast as part of Tourism and Events Queensland's Southern Great Barrier Reef famil.
Capricorn Enterprise joined tourism operators, technology providers, online travel agencies and industry leaders from across Australia, New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific region at the inaugural Arival 360 Brisbane last week.
You are invited… Business Event - Brisbane 2032 - Wednesday, 22 July
Join the Chair of the CQ32 Rowing Legacy Advisory Committee, Donna Kirkland MP, for a special evening featuring Brisbane 2032 representative Dominique Lamb, Australian Rugby Sevens Olympian Maurice Longbottom, and Paralympic gold medallist Rachel Watson. Wednesday, 22 July 2026 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm | Empire, Rockhampton. Register today...
Queensland State Budget 2026-27 - What it means for business
BDO has released its analysis of the 2026-27 Queensland State Budget, highlighting a 'no surprises' approach with no new or increased taxes, continued support for apprentices and trainees, and a greater focus on tax compliance.
Rockhampton icon Flamingo's raises a glass to a new chapter with locally crafted vodka
For more than four decades, Flamingo's has been part of Central Queensland's nightlife. Now, the Rockhampton icon is entering a new era with the launch of a premium locally distilled vodka inspired by its rich history.
Keppel Bay Coffee brews up local success with supermarket expansion
Local coffee lovers can now enjoy the taste of the Capricorn Coast more easily than ever, with Keppel Bay Coffee now stocked in selected Drakes, IGA and foodworks stores across the region.
iAssist expanded their capabilities and can now assist with trenching and underground cabling as part of their service offering. Contact the team for more information.
Located in Rockhampton, the Capricorn Business Hub connects businesses with expert support, industry connections and practical resources to help them grow. Get involved...
The Department of Transport and Main Roads advises that bridge girder deliveries for the Rockhampton Ring Road – Capricorn Highway connector will commence from Wednesday 8 July 2026.
Join Tourism and Events QLD and IMATE for the next TEQ Connect webinar on a walkthrough of the 3 biggest shifts driving major changes in how travellers discover and choose experiences.
Make a lasting difference to the local environment by joining Livingstone Shire Council's National Tree Day community planting event on Sunday 26 July at Emily Morgan Park, Mulambin Beach.
Join Rock NAIDOC, Capricorn Conservation Council, Capricornia Catchments and Rockhampton Regional Council for a very special community planting day on Nurim (Mt Archer), Darumbal Country. RSVP - ccc@cccqld.org.au
Celebrate NAIDOC Week at Dreamtime Cultural Centre
Dreamtime Cultural Centre and Warama Culture are celebrating NAIDOC Week with a vibrant program of cultural events, performances and community celebrations. Discover what's on and join in celebrating 50 Years of Deadly.
The next exclusively HANDMADE market will be held on Saturday 4 July from 8:00am–1:00pm. Visitors can discover these amazing artisans, along with many more, at the Robert Schwarten Pavilion at the Rockhampton Showgrounds.
Keppel Bay Shell Club Inc. is holding its 57th annual Shell Show. The Show will be held in the Yeppoon Show Grounds on Saturday the 11th of July, from 8am until 4pm and Sunday the12th of July, from 9am until 2pm.
Catch all the automotive action this winter as the annual Mount Morgan Hill Sprint returns to deliver a thrilling weekend of speed, skill, and serious horsepower!
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